Station Name: Little Traverse Bay Buoy, MI
Station Type: Buoy
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center

Elevation Above Sea Level: 574 feet

Nearest Address:
Offshore
Petoskey, MI
Emmet County

GPS Coordinates: 45.405, -85.087

Nearby Water Temperatures

Flood Watch issued April 14 at 4:00PM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 4:00 PM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 4:00 AM

Additional rain on top of recent heavy rainfall and snow melt has lead to flooding across much of northern Michigan. Flows in rivers will continue to increase and may reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by recent rain and snowmelt continues. * WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan, including the following areas, in Eastern Upper Michigan, Central Chippewa, Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, Western Chippewa and Western Mackinac. In Northern Lower Michigan, Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Wexford. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Recent rain and snow melt will continue to result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations, especially with additional rainfall through the remainder of the week. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Flood Watch issued April 14 at 11:03PM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 11:03 PM
Expires: Thu April 16, 2026, 8:15 AM

Additional rain on top of recent heavy rainfall and snow melt has lead to flooding across much of northern Michigan. Flows in rivers will continue to increase and may reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan, including the following areas, in Eastern Upper Michigan, Central Chippewa, Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, Western Chippewa and Western Mackinac. In Northern Lower Michigan, Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Wexford. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 6:12AM EDT until April 19 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 6:12 AM
Expires: Sun April 19, 2026, 6:30 PM

High water volumes continue across much of the Cheboygan River basin. This Flood Warning addresses the high water levels affecting the Cheboygan River UPSTREAM of the Cheboygan Dam. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues. * WHERE...Areas in Emmet and Cheboygan counties within the Cheboygan River basin UPSTREAM of the Cheboygan Dam. This includes the Maple River, Crooked Lake, Crooked River, Burt Lake, Indian River, Mullet Lake, Black Lake, the Black River, and the Sturgeon River. * WHEN...Until 630 PM EDT Sunday, or when waters recede. * IMPACTS...Flooding is occurring following last night's rainfall. Roads and structures near lakes and rivers will continue to see high water levels. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 608 AM EDT, several instances of high water have been reported across Emmet and Cheboygan counties following last night's rainfall. - Some locations that may experience flooding issues include... Pellston, Indian River, Conway, Aloha, Alanson, Wolverine, Burt Lake State Park, Topinabee, Burt Lake, Mullet Lake, Brutus, Aloha State Park, Koehler Township, Reasoners Corner, Afton, Oden, Alverno, Levering. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

This is a prolonged flooding event in the affected areas. Be prepared for impacts from high water to last through the week, and potentially longer. Ice on area lakes will slow the flow of water and may prolong the timeframe of this event. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 4:07PM EDT until April 19 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 4:07 PM
Expires: Sun April 19, 2026, 6:30 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues. * WHERE...A portion of northern Michigan, including the following counties, Cheboygan and Emmet. * WHEN...Until 630 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Flooding is occurring following recent heavy rainfall. Roads and structures near lakes and rivers will continue to see high water levels and potential wash outs. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 407 PM EDT, Numerous reports of flooding impacting roads and structures across the area. - Some locations that will likely continue to experience flooding issues include... Pellston, Indian River, Conway, Aloha, Alanson, Wolverine, Burt Lake State Park, Topinabee, Burt Lake, Mullet Lake, Brutus, Aloha State Park, Koehler Township, Reasoners Corner, Afton, Oden, Alverno, Levering. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

Flash Flood Watch issued April 14 at 11:03PM EDT until April 16 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 11:03 PM
Expires: Thu April 16, 2026, 8:15 AM

Additional rain on top of recent heavy rainfall and snow melt has lead to flooding across much of northern Michigan. Flows in rivers will continue to increase and may reach critical levels. * WHAT...Potential flash flooding caused by high flows from the Bellaire Dam. * WHERE...Bellaire, Michigan in Antrim county downstream of the Bellaire Dam. * WHEN...Through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Dam failure or increased flows from the Bellaire Dam may result in flash flooding of low-lying areas below the dam. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. Dam safety experts with state and local emergency services are monitoring the dam and will issue a public statement as conditions warrant. PLAN NOW so you will know what to do in an emergency. Keep informed by listening to local radio and television for statements and possible warnings. Follow the advice of public safety officials. You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.